# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Gloucester Waterfront Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Celebrate 45 years of handmade, heritage, and harbor views at the Gloucester Waterfront Festival! ⚓🖐️

Join us August 15 & 16 at historic Stage Fort Park for the 45th Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival, a beloved summer tradition set along the stunning Gloucester Harbor.

One of New England’s longest-running waterfront festivals, this iconic event brings together an exceptional mix of American-made arts, crafts, specialty foods, live entertainment, and seaside fun — all in a spectacular coastal setting.

✨ What you’ll find:
• Over 175 juried artisans featuring American-made arts, crafts, and specialty foods
• A wide variety of handmade work including fine art, woodworking, jewelry, leather goods, coastal décor, functional art, gifts, and more
• An exciting blend of longtime festival favorites and new artisans to explore
• An incredible selection of specialty foods, sweet treats, and classic festival fare

🎶 More than just shopping:
• Live music throughout the weekend
• Roaming pirates adding a little adventure along the waterfront
• Saturday morning: Gloucester Rotary Club’s annual Pancake Breakfast (7:30am–11am)
• Sunday morning: Antique automobile display hosted by the North Shore Car Club

🐾 Pet-friendly! Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome
🌦️ Rain or shine | Free admission
Please note: The City charges a fee for parking at the beach lot across the street. 

🕘 Festival Hours
Saturday, August 15: 9am – 6pm
Sunday, August 16: 9am – 5pm

📍 Location
Stage Fort Park
24 Hough Avenue
Gloucester, MA 01930

🧭 Directions & Parking
Take Exit 53 off Route 128.
• Limited free parking available along Stacy Boulevard and at Gloucester High School
• Additional paid parking available at the beach lot across the street (city fee applies)
For more parking details, please visit the City of Gloucester website.

👉 Learn more, explore the exhibitor list, and plan your visit at CastleberryFairs.com

Bring the family, enjoy the harbor views, and spend the weekend celebrating handmade at one of New England’s most cherished summer festivals 🌊🛍️
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gloucester/gloucester-waterfront-festival/200029681504738
- **Event Categories**: festivals, art, music, live-music, fine-arts, trips-adventures, entertainment, shopping, dog
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 550

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Gloucester
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Stage Fort Park
- **lat**: 42.605750074222
- **long**: -70.678342580795
- **full address**: Stage Fort Park, 42 Hough Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930-4047, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Gloucester Waterfront Festival being held?
  - **A:** Gloucester Waterfront Festival takes place on Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Stage Fort Park, 42 Hough Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930-4047, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Gloucester Waterfront Festival?
  - **A:** Gloucester Waterfront Festival is organized by Castleberry Fairs &  Festivals.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Gloucester Waterfront Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gloucester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 550+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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